Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s plans to position itself as a solar manufacturing hub have suffered a jolt with Waaree Energies deciding to relocate its flagship 6 GW integrated solar manufacturing facility from Dhenkanal. The decision, approved at the company’s board meeting on June 20, follows persistent execution delays at the site originally earmarked for the ₹25,000-crore project….
New Delhi: In a historic achievement, India has surpassed 100 GW of installed solar power capacity, reaffirming its position as a global leader in renewable energy. This milestone marks a significant step toward achieving Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel-based energy capacity by 2030, showcasing the country’s commitment to a cleaner…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture, Farmer Empowerment, and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singhdeo, conducted a review of solar projects undertaken by Waaree Energies Limited in Dhenkanal district. He emphasized the need for inter-departmental coordination to accelerate the project’s progress. Accompanied by Food Supply and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra, Singhdeo held discussions…
New Delhi: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced a landmark amendment to the Approved Models and Manufacturers of Solar Photovoltaic Modules (ALMM) Order, 2019, marking a pivotal moment for India’s solar energy sector. Effective from June 1, 2026, this amendment introduces ALMM List-II, focusing on solar PV cells, to boost domestic…
Bhubaneswar: Representatives from the Royal Indian Company met with Deputy Chief Minister cum Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment and Energy Minister, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, at Lok Seva Bhavan on Thursday to discuss the potential use of solar-powered pumps to improve irrigation facilities across Odisha. During the meeting, the company’s representatives highlighted the benefits of portable…
Bhubaneswar: In line with Indian Railways’ commitment to sustainability, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) is set to implement a significant green energy project by installing Rooftop Solar Power Plants across its jurisdiction. This initiative aims to enhance the use of renewable energy and reduce operational costs. ECoR plans to install a total capacity of 21,826 kWp…
New Delhi: In a decisive step towards advancing renewable energy, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced significant measures to bolster solar energy and renewable resources. Key highlights include the expansion of exemptions for capital goods used in solar cell and panel manufacturing and the launch of the PM Suryaghar Muft Bijli Yojana, which aims to provide…
New Delhi: NHPC Limited, a leading hydropower company and a central public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Power, has emerged victorious in the bid to develop a 200 MW capacity Solar Power Project in Gujarat. The project is slated to be established in the 1,125 MW RE Park of Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Ltd….
New Delhi: In a significant move towards promoting clean energy, amendments have been introduced in the rules governing Rooftop Solar PV systems to streamline installation processes, ensuring quicker and more accessible deployment for prosumers. One key amendment is the exemption granted for the technical feasibility study requirement for systems with a capacity of up to…
New Delhi: Union Minister for New & Renewable Energy and Power, R.K. Singh, announced on Wednesday that India’s total solar energy potential has been estimated at an impressive 748 GWp (Giga Watt peak). The estimation, provided by the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE), is based on data from the Waste Land Atlas of India…
